Amusement devices: games – Surface projectile game; game element – Ball games
Patent
1997-12-22
2000-05-16
Chiu, Raleigh W.
Amusement devices: games
Surface projectile game; game element
Ball games
194350, 232 1D, A63F 700
Patent
active
060625600
ABSTRACT:
This disclosure is directed to novel systems and methods for supporting a game apparatus, actuating a paddle, and storing coins deposited in a coin-operated device. A game apparatus is disclosed for receiving coins and for storing the coins in a manner such that the theft of the coins by merely inverting the game apparatus is substantially prevented. Further, a paddle mechanism is disclosed for actuating a paddle in response to a mechanical input from a player without the need for electrically-powered sensors, solenoids, or motors. Moreover, the game apparatus is disclosed as being supported by a novel support system which enhances the stability of the table apparatus and may be conveniently assembled and disassembled.
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Chiu Raleigh W.
VSM Marketing, Inc.
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